Growth-Driven Controller for PE-Backed Manufacturing

Pinnacle Search; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Search is seeking a Controller for a leading private equity-backed chemical distribution company in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will lead the accounting function and collaborate closely with the CFO to build the necessary financial infrastructure for growth.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in accounting with a strong background in financial reporting and team leadership in a manufacturing or operationally intensive environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Experience within manufacturing, distribution, chemicals, industrial products, or other operationally intensive environments strongly preferred.
• Strong technical accounting, cost accounting, financial reporting, and team leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial statements.
• Lead consolidated financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls.
• Prepare reporting packages for executive leadership and private equity sponsors.
• Lead and develop the accounting team while driving process improvements.
• Partner with finance, operations, and IT leadership to enhance accounting processes.
• Support acquisition integration efforts and chart of accounts alignment.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

Technical Accounting & Cost Accounting Expertise

Process Improvement & ERP Leadership

High-Growth & Acquisition Integration Experience

Cross-Functional Business Partnership

Team Leadership & Development

Education

CPA preferred

Job description

Pinnacle Search is seeking a Controller for a leading private equity-backed chemical distribution company in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will lead the accounting function and collaborate closely with the CFO to build the necessary financial infrastructure for growth.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in accounting with a strong background in financial reporting and team leadership in a manufacturing or operationally intensive environment.